Texans sign running back, kick returner Deji Karim

The Texans have signed free agent running back and kick returner Deji Karim.

Jason Bernstein, Karim’s agent, announced the signing Tuesday on Twitter.

The 5-foot-8 Karim tried out at the Texans’ rookie minicamp last weekend. He was a sixth-round pick by Jacksonville in 2010 and rushed 98 times for 290 yards in two seasons there. He also returned kickoffs and punts for the Jaguars.

Karim was claimed off waivers by Indianapolis in April 2012. He returned nine kickoffs last season, including a 101-yarder against the Texans in the regular-season finale.

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Wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins looks on during practice.

Wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins looks on during practice.

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Texans fullback Barrett Matthews makes a catch during practice.

Texans fullback Barrett Matthews makes a catch during practice.

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Texans quarterback Collin Klein hands the ball off to running back Deji Karim.

Texans quarterback Collin Klein hands the ball off to running back Deji Karim.

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Wide receiver Uzoma Nwachukwu makes a catch.

Wide receiver Uzoma Nwachukwu makes a catch.

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Receiver DeAndre Hopkins runs a route.

Receiver DeAndre Hopkins runs a route.

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Texans receiver DeAndre Hopkins hauls in a catch.

Texans receiver DeAndre Hopkins hauls in a catch.

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Texans running back Cierre Wood participates in drills during practice.

Texans running back Cierre Wood participates in drills during practice.